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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 17, 1928

Page

4

England and West Indies Test Series Reflections from Chapman

An article from London discusses Chapman's views on England's tour of the West Indies and the Australia visit. It notes England's improving fielding and fast bowling but laments batting struggles and a collapse after a strong start. It highlights Ames's 102 and Chapman's noted catches amid a troubled batting display.

London Amgiat Chapman Cometssien Agaiint West Ladies Australia Uwndee Gentih Vrancis Constantine England West Indies St Ia Lenge Ames Dimistra

Hobbs Incident Prompts MCC Review As Court Learns

London report states MCC authorities acknowledge Hobbs breached conduct rules. Prominent committee members say Hobbs acted indiscreetly by aiding the se sectora and refusing to join selectors for free comment. Lord Harris is cited as viewing the breach with concern while MCC considers next steps.

London Austral Press Mlc.c Hobbs Plum" Warvey Holland West Indies M.C.C C.C M.lc.c Lord Harris Camden

Floor Collapses in Auckland Warehouse Injures Workers

In Auckland on August 15 a floor collapse in a warehouse buried several employees during lunch. Girls and other staff rushed outside to summon help. Workers were rescued and taken to hospital with one seriously hurt and others lightly injured.

Auckland

Federal election timing and Queensland political shifts

The opposition’s confidence motion failed as Parliament adjourned for Exhibition week. Prime Minister Bruce visited for pre election touring, boosting his party, with federal vote now likely on November 17. State election plans are unsettled, Holman’s stance on leadership remains contentious, and local ambitions influence party leadership choices.

Bruce Vrvenes Queensland Holman Pot Moiman Holman Anear

New Queensland Senator J F MacDonald chosen to fill vacancy

Queensland's new old Senator J F MacDonald was selected by the Labor Government to fill the Federal Senate seat caused by the death of John Adamson. Once editor of the Standard, he briefly served in Parliament and faced defeat at the next election before being reselected. The zoning and development plans provoke debate among locals and council members, with market conditions in Roma Street easing into a steady rhythm as Exhibition week approaches.

J. ¥. MacDonald Queensland Givens New Zealand Melbourne “Age Melbourne “Argus J. F. Sharpe Brisbane Daily Standard Haveniner Austrac Standard Donald Labor Senate John Adamson Macdonald Labor Senate McDonald Roma Street Hest Lealy

Workless youths spark debate on wages and training needs

A Brisbane discussion highlights that many youths aged around 18 struggle to reenter work after job loss, with apprenticeships failing to place them. The piece calls for protective wages during training and warns of broader unemployment across the metropolis and state.

Unions Arbitration Court

Byrd Antarctic Expedition to Launch Next Week

The Byrd Antarctic expedition is scheduled to depart next week from New York. Officials say the project will be the greatest in exploration, with estimates of at least 855000 dollars, possibly reaching a million. Donations total 237543 dollars, with 435000 dollars in equipment and 343000 dollars already paid.

New York

Nujol Endorsed for Babies as Harmless Natural Remedy

A doctor urges parents to use Nujol for infants describing it as harmless and safe with no drugs. He claims it keeps the body clean by preventing poisons and aiding their removal and encourages readers to obtain the genuine product for home use.

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